An hour of Sofia: lions, cafes, and a ringing bell tower

In Sofia, Bulgaria, in front of the National Assembly building, the Lions' Bridge is depicted. Two bronze lion statues stand guard on a stone pedestal. A large, dark bronze lion faces left, its head held high. To its right and slightly lower, a smaller lion cub is visible. Behind the statues, the neoclassical architecture of the National Assembly building is prominent, with its white stone facade and tall columns. To the right of the building, a street scene unfolds. People are walking along the sidewalk, some in casual attire, others with backpacks. Several electric scooters are parked on the sidewalk. A traffic light is visible, showing a red light. In the background, lush green trees provide a natural backdrop, and the dome of the Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is visible peeking through the foliage. The sky is a clear, bright blue. Overhead, power lines and streetlights are suspended from utility poles, one of which is laden with various electrical equipment and security cameras.

The video shows a close-up view of a church bell tower on a clear, sunny day. The tower is made of stone and has a green dome. The bell is visible within the tower, and it is ringing. Trees are in the foreground, obscuring the lower part of the tower. The sky is a clear blue.

Liya.Tihova

Sofia, Bulgaria · Jun 28, 2026, 2:00 PM

The video shows a close-up view of a church bell tower on a clear, sunny day. The tower is made of stone and has a green dome. The bell is visible within the tower, and it is ringing. Trees are in the foreground, obscuring the lower part of the tower. The sky is a clear blue.